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Rino

Male Β· Young Β· 2 years

Rino is a young Mastiff cross, about 1.5 years old, who has spent almost his entire life in the shelter. As a puppy, he and his brothers and sisters were abandoned next to a garbage bin β€” simply thrown away, but fortunately rescued in time. Since then, he has grown into an impressive, self-assured young man with a big heart. Rino loves people and enjoys attention, walks, and playing with his regular caregivers. He is eager to learn and affectionate, but he is also a dog with character: Rino needs a clear, consistent handler who gives him structure and leadership. In the right hands, he is a loyal, devoted companion who gladly protects his family. Rino does not get along well with small dogs or puppies, but with a larger, stable female he could certainly make a good match. He has the heart of a guard dog β€” brave, alert, and devoted β€” but also the gentleness to enjoy cuddles and rest with the people he trusts. Rino deserves a home where his strength and character are appreciated, because he is the type of dog who gives everything to those who understand him!

NLΒ·Show original

Rino is een jonge Mastin-kruising van ongeveer 1,5 jaar oud, die bijna zijn hele leven in het asiel heeft doorgebracht. Als pup werd hij samen met zijn broertjes en zusjes achtergelaten bij een vuilnisbak β€” zomaar weggegooid, maar gelukkig op tijd gered. Sindsdien is hij bij ons uitgegroeid tot een imposante, zelfzekere jongeman met een groot hart. Rino houdt van mensen en geniet van aandacht, wandelingen en spelen met zijn vaste verzorgers. Hij is leergierig en aanhankelijk, maar ook een hond met karakter: Rino heeft een duidelijke, consequente begeleider nodig die hem structuur en leiding geeft. In de juiste handen is hij een trouwe, loyale kameraad die met plezier zijn gezin beschermt. Met kleine honden of pups kan Rino niet goed overweg, maar met een grotere, stabiele teef zou hij zeker een fijne match kunnen vormen. Hij heeft het hart van een waakhond – moedig, alert en toegewijd – maar ook de zachtheid om te genieten van knuffels en rust bij de mensen die hij vertrouwt. Rino verdient een thuis waar zijn kracht en karakter gewaardeerd worden, want hij is het type hond die alles geeft aan wie hem begrijpt!

Size
Large
Age
Young Β· 2 years
Location
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ΈSpain
Shelter
ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana)
Cared for by ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana)Β Β· Spain

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Rino home

What you'll need for Rino in week one.

Hand-picked Β· prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier β€” what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal Β· EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade β€” rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Rino

What life with Rino looks like

Rino is a large young adult dog waiting at ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) in Spain.

A young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible β€” a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" β€” quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures β€” to let them settle.

πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ΈAdopting from Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Spain, Spain β€” browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rino, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Rino?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Rino on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Rino if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Rino already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Rino isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) early rather than rehoming privately; they know Rino and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (NL). Translation is imperfect β€” names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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